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Lead Pastor
North Church

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Church Description *

North Church has a growing excitement and expectation within the body about the future of the church There is unity among the leadership about the vision and direction of the church. Guests are positive about the church, with many recognizing their need for Jesus and a place to belong. North Church remains affiliated with the Acts 29 network of churches. The church invests not only in its leaders today, but also in the next generation, offering Gospel-centered, community-focused programs for children, students, and adults. It encourages its members and guests to participate in men’s and women’s ministries, as well as Community Groups and Redemption Groups. These small groups are what make North Church feel like a family even as it remains a fairly large congregation.

North Church is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, and it sits in the high desert. Its modern Downtown core contrasts with Old Town Albuquerque, dating to the city’s 1706 founding as a Spanish colony. North Church’s mission is stated in the form of a prayer: “We pray that Jesus’ glory will grow in Albuquerque and beyond as we live out the gospel for the good of our neighbors and the nations.”

Position Description *

North Church is seeking to continue offering strong Bible teaching for mature and dedicated Christians, while also being intentional about sharing the Gospel with a community desperately in need of Christ. The church’s new Lead Pastor must be following Jesus for his own needs as he connects and teaches a diverse group in an exciting, transitional season. He must care authentically for people while trusting God’s provision and plan for the needs of the church. He must effectively communicate with the congregation personally and/or through the staff concerning the purpose and progress of the many ministries of North Church.

He will give himself to the ministry of the Word and prayer, seeking to walk uprightly before the Lord in his personal life while seeking the mind of God on behalf of the congregation. He will lead the people of North Church in the mission of seeing thousands of people being transformed into disciples of Jesus Christ. MDiv or equivalent required and a minimum of 3 years church leadership experience; or other formal biblical education at some level and a minimum of 5 years church leadership experience.